Surprise! I'll bet you didn't see this one coming?!! Sauteed Red Cabbage with Pineapple may just be the most unusual side dish you didn't know you needed!
*Disclaimer - This recipe was originally published in 2012. I'm working hard to update all my older recipes with recipe cards, new photos, and additional recipe information. But, getting to all of them will take time. Please bear with me. In the meantime let me assure you that this recipe is still a winner and one I'm sure you'll be well pleased with when you make it at home.
Feeling just a little lazy, and not wanting the hassle of frying up bacon to add to the cabbage (as I usually do), I went rummaging around my fridge and pantry looking for something unique and tasty to add to the mix that would liven up the cabbage and give it a little pizazz.
It wasn't long before I spotted a pineapple on the counter, and soon I was blending flavors in my mind.
Yes. I think this could be a real winner.
Plus, pineapples are really, really healthy for you.
Anyway, what's the worst that could happen?
It tastes bad and nobody eats it? Certainly not the end of the world.
Let's go for it!!!
SAUTEED RED CABBAGE WITH PINEAPPLE {PRINT THIS RECIPE}
1 small to medium head of red cabbage that has been sliced in half, cored, and shredded
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 small red onion, sliced and chopped
¼ of a whole pineapple (peeled, cored, sliced, and chopped) OR 1 small can of diced pineapple bits (drained)
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
salt and pepper
½ teaspoon liquid smoke (or smoked sea salt to finish)
-In a very large skillet, over medium heat add the olive oil and butter to melt.
-Add in all the shredded red cabbage and toss to coat with the butter and oil. Cook approximately 5 minutes until the cabbage has cooked down a little and wilted.
-Season with salt and pepper to taste.
-Add the red onion and continue sauteing the cabbage and onion together for an additional 5-7 minutes on medium/high.
-Reduce the heat to low and add the pineapple bits, vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir to combine and continue cooking until most (if not all) of the liquid is evaporated.
-Right before serving, add the finishing salt (or liquid smoke) and stir.
This condiment/side dish was something my husband really went wild for.
At first, he wasn't going to try it (no bacon, you know) but with just a little encouragement, he tried some to top off his sausage and he then exclaimed: "You need your own cooking show!" LOL. How sweet is that? (But hardly true!!!)
In any event, I totally encourage you to try this recipe.
I promise, if you're a traditional red cabbage fan, you'll not miss the bacon one bit!
Plus you'll get tons of additional health benefits from the pineapple. It's a win, win in my book!
This cabbage dish can be served hot or cold and is equally delicious either way.
I had some of it cold with lunch today and it really made me do a happy dance!
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Paula says
Personally not a fan of cooked cabbage. I love it raw though. I do love what your husband said. So sweet and I love how experimental you are when cooking.
mireia badia says
What a weird combination!! I would have never thought of that but it sounds delicious
Maria Kyr says
mmm I love red cabbage! I never thought of pairing it with pineapple though! Kinda like a sweet & sour sauerkraut! Definitely going to try next time I get red cabbage.